Santa's Mailbag Christmas Wish List From Several Children
A handwritten collection of children’s requests to Santa includes Sydney DeShurley asking for two-wheeler bike, Ken and Barbie items, and toys for her sister. David DeShurley requests a 24 inch bicycle or a tape recorder. Daryl Martinez seeks football gear and a helicopter. Christe, age 9 months, gets a baby doll and more.
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Santa
Odd Ogg
Bob the Beetle
Sydney DeShurley
Daryl Martinez
Albuquerque
Christe
Steve McQueen Retires From Racing To Focus On Acting
Hollywood reports Steve McQueen will quit racing after selling his two race cars. He cites family, deaths among friends, and the need to master the movie trade as reasons. He stresses racing never relied on publicity and reflects on balancing acting with his passion for speed.
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Hollywood
Steve McQueen
McQueen
Man Says Road Fight Not Over In New Mexico
El Rito resident George J. Martin says the dispute over a northern versus southern route for the east-west highway across northern New Mexico continues. He may seek court action to block a northerly path and notes locals consider forming a southern route Highway 64 Association. He argues a northern route would drain traffic away from New Mexico rather than attract it from Colorado.
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EL Rito
George J. Martin
New Mexico
Martin
Colorado
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Mary Pat P.S
David DeShurley
By Bob Thomas
Barry Martinez
Randy Taylor
S. Baylor
Jimmy Jet
Kenny Eger
Lynda Eger
England
Music Box
Alvin V.M
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Heaven Hill
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Rowrdes
Kentucky
George J. Maloof
Roswell, New Mexico
Purdy
Ards Company
N. Main
Tiara
Pullman
North Main
Nente Accour
Pirtle
Fence Co
Conner Plumbing
Ballard
Bonney
Davidson Dr
Worley Real Estate
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